REALLY luxurious pair of shepherd's huts, overlooking our alpacas!

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A large house with a well-maintained lawn and a small pond.
A window with a view of a green field and a decorative curtain with tassels.
A small, single-room cabin with a window, a table with chairs, and a rope fence.
A kitchen with a central island, two chairs, a sink, and a window with a view of the outdoors.
A kitchen with teal walls, wooden cabinets, a built-in sink, and a window with a view of a green landscape.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Dorset National Landscape

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Dorchester, Dorset
  • Place, Dorset National Landscape
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Durdle Door
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Place, Corfe Castle
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪75 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

The Exclusive Shower Hut

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Dorchester

Located in Dorchester, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Weymouth Beach and Dorset National Landscape reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kingston Maurward Park and Gardens and Abbotsbury Children's Farm. Abbotsbury Swannery and Mapperton Gardens are also worth visiting. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Dorchester, Dorset

What's nearby

  • Dorset National Landscape - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 29 min drive - 26.4 km
  • Weymouth Beach - 29 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Durdle Door - 49 min drive - 34.6 km
  • Corfe Castle - 49 min drive - 46.6 km

Getting around

  • Maiden Newton Station - 5 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Sun Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Saxon Arms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is REALLY luxurious pair of shepherd's huts, overlooking our alpacas! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much is parking at REALLY luxurious pair of shepherd's huts, overlooking our alpacas!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at REALLY luxurious pair of shepherd's huts, overlooking our alpacas!?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at REALLY luxurious pair of shepherd's huts, overlooking our alpacas!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is REALLY luxurious pair of shepherd's huts, overlooking our alpacas! located?

Situated by the sea, this cabin is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Dorset National Landscape and within 6 miles (10 km) of Roman Town House and The Keep Military Museum. Tutankhamun: The Exhibition and Borough Gardens are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect place to simply switch off, relax and reset, watching the Alpaca’s turned out to be quite addictive, beautiful property and setting
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely place to stay! We loved the Shepherds hut, very well equipped, perfect setting, looking out on the Alpaca fields. On arrival we were met by the host, the lovely Jane, and Guinness the Gorgeous spaniel, Guinness paid us many visits throughout our stay which we loved. So pleased we found this place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have just come back from an amazing stay at this shepherds hut . It was just the thing we needed for a lovely relaxing weekend. The owners were so friendly and the Alpacas were a great sight to wake up to. We would definitely recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fantastic stay. The hut was spotless and included everything we needed for our stay. The view overlooking the Alpacas was a delight as was the log fire which made the hut warm and cosy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

Amazing stay, Paul was very helpful and welcoming. Will definitely be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Loveliest stay

Jane is the perfect host! Loveliest stay, would go again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic hide-away close to all sites in the area. Lovely neighbours - the alpaca herd and Dandie- and attentive and very helpful and friendly hosts. Definitely recommended to all who love sheperds huts and nature!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy Countryside Stay

Very cosy little hut with everything that's needed for a chill weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very lovely place!

It was a great time in the shepherd hut, exactly as described. The owner was very friendly and helpful. A very lovely place.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and quirky

Really good overall. Lovely location, peaceful and tranquil.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful spot for a short break

We loved our time in the little shepherds hut. Really conveniently located and a quirky little place just right for a couple of nights. Plenty of space and really nice bathroom hut. Lovely and private and so nice watching the alpacas with a morning coffee or evening glass of wine.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous getaway!

We stayed two nights at this lovely hut and it was exactly what we needed. The property is pristine and the views (especially the alpacas!) just gorgeous. We had everything we needed and just enjoyed the quiet after two days of sightseeing. Thank you again for providing a great stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 night stay

Unfortunately didn’t have more time to enjoy the property, however the stay in the hut was easy, smooth and very comfortable. All worked perfectly, thanks so much for having me to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous restful two days in the hut!

My husband and I had a two night break away and loved our stay at the shepherds hut, Paul and Ljnda were ever so welcoming and we had such a restful time there. Beautiful surroundings, perfect for walks around Dorset. The hut is so cosy with many lovely touches and decor, the alpacas outside really add to the outdoor experience and fun to watch!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The hut was nice and clean when we got there, beautiful surroundings with 1 alpaca in the field next to the hut but shame he/she wasn’t very friendly as in it wouldn’t come near us for strokes/cuddles lolSo peaceful and relaxing, I would 100% recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The best!

I highly recommend the Alpaca Hut. It’s a great size, cosy, spotlessly clean, eco-friendly and has everything you could need. The location is stunning and we loved the alpacas. Paul and Fiona are the perfect hosts and we’d love to stay with them again. I only wish we could have spent longer here!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Shepherd's Hut, Frampton

The accommodation was different to what we would normally stay in but enjoyed the experience. All we required were available in the hut and in good condition. Great to see the Alpaca's in the adjacent field.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Weekend break

Peaceful, private and with nice walks from the doorstep. The shepherds hut was roomy and had a comfortable sleeping area and nice views over the fields. We felt well rested after our stay and will definitely return soon. Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Peaceful break

Went to the alpaca shepherds hut for a weekend break with the wife . the hut has been decorated to a high quality along with the bathroom hut next door which again has been finished to a high standard. This is a great place to stay to relax and recharge. Such a peaceful and quiet location with a lovely view over fields and of course the Alpacas
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Delightful country place with luxury shepherds hut

Extremely well appointed shepherds hut with separate bathroom shepherds hut - all mod cons. By the Alpaca fields. Quiet area. Very pleasant hosts. Parking by shepherds hut. Nearby places of interest. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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A slice of heaven

The most gorgeous Shepards hut in a beautiful location with generous and thoughtful hosts. I loved every second of my stay-the huts are perfectly equipped and very luxurious. The alpacas are a joy to watch and it is extremely tranquil. Great folder of things to do and places to eat etc so everything was easy. Cannot recommend the Shepherds hut highly enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Easter getaway break

Had a lovely little two night stay over bank holiday weekend! Was a perfect place to visit the Jurassic coast. We love a shepherds hut stay and this was definitely on the larger side then ones we’ve stayed in before, didn’t bother us that the facilities were separate. Everything was as described comfy bed, plenty of kitchen space to cook and a little table to watch the Alpacas as you eat! We had breakfast on the deck next to ‘Dandi’ and watch a hen party attempt to corral them for a walk. A lovely all round stay - thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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6/10 Okay

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ok for a short stay

Cute and a bit of a novelty, though lack of floor space means suitcases are a nuisance. There is plenty of drawer space under the bed if you want to unpack your stuff. The bathroom hut is lovely inside but the novelty of going from the living hut to the bathroom hut wears off fairly quickly. The charcoal fire/bbq was unusable. The owners were very friendly and it is a beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr, 2025
Thanks for your review Neil and Kaye I would suggest that as you were likely to have a lot of luggage because of your extended trip, a shepherd's hut would not be the best choice under these circumstances. Most guests in this situation keep what they need in the hut, and have the suitcases in the car. For a shepherd's hut, ours is pretty big, because of the separate shower hut, but it's not very practical if you have a lot of luggage. If you had mentioned to Fiona or me that you would like to use the firepit, we would have set it up for you. We have the firelighters, charcoal etc. Most guests don't use it, and you can't leave all of that out for long periods. Hope that you enjoy the rest of your trip. Best Paul and Fiona
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Weekend experiance

OMG!!! Amazing scenery all around in a very quiet location far away from any road noises which made a very peaceful experience. Everything in the hut was top quality and very clean. The place was perfect for activitys for example hikeing and renting bikes and just a short drive to the beach. The alpacas made for perfect neighbours and even the host was very warm and welcoming. Strongly recomend for the perfect weekend getaway. Thank you to the hosts Paul and Fiona for the perfect experince and hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Comfy, cozy, modern - perfect!!

Wake up, gaze out of the windows onto open farmland and plenty of alpacas. Brew a cup of tea, take one of the freshly prepared biscuits and just live the slow life for a while. The stay here was beyond grounding and we loved every minute of it. The attention to detail is immense and it's the little things that make it - a friendly chat, a handbook full of tips and some freshly baked easter muffins. I would always come back here if I need time in nature. Truly recommend it to everyone looking for a weekend away. The alpaca walk is a massive highlight and from here, you can brilliantly explore dorchester and the jurrasic coast. All in all PERFECT!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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